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Ambanja, Madagascar
Diana · Madagascar
Ambanja is a mid-size city in Diana, Madagascar with a population of 63,884. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ambanja
Ambanja is a city and commune in northern Madagascar. According to 2018 census the population of Ambanja was 60,321.
People
Climate
| Population | 63,884 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.6690°, 48.4530° |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
| Country | 🇲🇬 Madagascar |
| State / Province | Diana |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.7 inches (2,050 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ambanja
Ambanja is a mid-size city in Madagascar (Diana) with a population of 63,884. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.7 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.
Climate in Ambanja
Ambanja has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1918 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Madagascar avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 3,572.1 sq mi (9,251.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.6690°N, 48.4530°W |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ambre-Bobaomby (141 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambre-Bobaomby | Volcanic field | 1,475 m (4,839 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 20.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 17.2 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 11.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 12.7 in |
Ambanja has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in July to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 80.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (20.0") and July the driest (0.8").
Schools in Ambanja
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Primaire Française Charles Baudelaire | — | — | — | — |
| EP SEVEMA | — | — | — | — |
| C.E.G | — | — | — | — |
| SEVEMA | — | — | — | — |
| EPP Ambalavelona | — | — | — | — |
| EFTA | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Ambanja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre d'interpretation |
Farmers Markets in Ambanja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazar Be | |||||
| Tsaramandroso |
Hotels in Ambanja
13 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ambanja
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ambanja
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ambanja
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ambanja
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ambanja
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nosy Be-Fascene International Airport | NOS | Medium Airport |
| Ambilobe Airport | AMB | Small Airport |
| Ampampamena Airport | IVA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ambanja
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathédrale Saint-Joseph | |
| FIARAM Ambanja |
Quick Facts
Around Ambanja
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Madagascar
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Ambanja?
Ambanja has a population of 63,884 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 3,572.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ambanja?
Ambanja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.7 inches.